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Russian parachutist has set a national record by jumping in a wingsuit, according to «Tape.»

Figure created 19 athletes, setting a national record (previous — 12 athletes).

The jump was performed over the airfield Krutitsy. The jump was observed by the judges of the parachuting Federation of Russia.

«In Russia there were not so many girls who would be flying in a wingsuit at a professional level. Some athletes had to train the flight team almost from scratch. However, the established women’s team record surpasses some national. Thus, the maximum number of athletes (both men and women) to record the formation of Italy — 17, in Brazil — 10», — said Gleb Chekmenev, head coach of the wingsuit Federation of parachute sport.